Joseph Hinzman
Eden Prairie,MN
Summary
Analytical Demand Planner with experience supporting the MacBook business at Best Buy corporate, specializing in demand forecasting, inventory analysis, and sales trend evaluation within high-volume consumer electronics. Proven ability to enhance forecast accuracy and support operational efficiency through data-driven insights, inventory risk identification, and cross-functional collaboration. MBA graduate with strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills supporting strategic supply chain and business planning initiatives.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Demand Planning Analyst - MacBooks
Best Buy
Richfield, Minnesota
06.2025 - Current
- Lead the forecasting strategy for Best Buy's MacBook assortment; utilizing historical trends and systematic tools to accurately plan forecasts at the SKU/week level.
- Execute the purchasing strategy for all MacBook families; leveraging reporting and inventory measures to write and track POs while ensuring we are ordering within our Weeks of Supply and Fill Rate targets.
- Collaborate with Apple's reseller operations team to drive positive business outcomes while maintaining a heathy inventory position.
- Review financial and business metrics with my manager to ensure achievement of receipt and sales targets.
- Update trend tools, receipt sheets, and MacBook inventory reports to maintain data accuracy while providing visibility to cross-functional partners.
Merchant Analyst - TVs and Small Appliances
Best Buy
Richfield, Minnesota
06.2023 - 06.2025
- Led the implementation of category promotional plans; collaborating with vendors on pricing strategies while identifying gaps in the market.
- Administered the collection of Market Development Funds and other financial assets, enhancing category margins.
- Strategized ways to market SKUs through website messaging, sale event inclusion and other merchandising vehicles.
- Coordinated vendor onboarding and offboarding activities by submitting SKU setups and creating Vendor Program Agreements.
Education
MBA -
Hamline University
Saint Paul, MN08-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Wisconsin, La Crosse
05-2022
Skills
- Forecasting strategy
- Inventory management
- Data interpretation
- Financial analysis
- Promotional planning
- Vendor collaboration
- Merchandising
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
Timeline
Demand Planning Analyst - MacBooks
Best Buy
06.2025 - Current
Merchant Analyst - TVs and Small Appliances
Best Buy
06.2023 - 06.2025
MBA -
Hamline University
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Wisconsin, La Crosse